Expectations of Homeroom Teachers Homeroom teachers play a vital role in establishing a positive working relationship among the school, students and parents. It is expected that all homeroom teachers will display a genuine appreciation for students and encourage them to stay in school, attend all classes and do his/her best. In order to ensure the safety of all students and staff and ensure an academically and socially productive day, the roles and responsibilities of a homeroom teacher include but are not limited to the following:
All homeroom teachers should be in their classes ready to greet children at 8:10am
Establish a routine that all students will follow on a daily basis
Take down all chairs.
Hang outer garments in closets.
Remain seated and listen for morning announcements.
Before dismissing students to first period class, be sure all chairs are pushed in and all waste is discarded.
Take accurate attendance
Attendance folders should not be sent down before 8:25am
NO STUDENT IS ALLOWED TO TAKE ATTENDANCE.
House AP, dean and guidance counselor must be immediately notified via email if any student is absent for 3 consecutive days or demonstrates a pattern of lateness or poor attendance.
Remain with your students in homeroom for the duration of the homeroom period. Students should NEVER be without adult supervision.
Notify House AP, dean and guidance counselor of any special family situations such as divorce, death or serious illness in the family, parents out of town, living with relatives etc.
Conduct initial orientation for all students, including assigning a “buddy” to new students upon their arrival.
Monitor the standards of behavior and personal appearance of students in your homeroom class.
Homeroom teachers play a vital role in establishing a positive working relationship among the school, students and parents. It is expected that all homeroom teachers will display a genuine appreciation for students and encourage them to stay in school, attend all classes and do his/her best. In order to ensure the safety of all students and staff and ensure an academically and socially productive day, the roles and responsibilities of a homeroom teacher include but are not limited to the following: